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RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

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Composition

RISPERIDONE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION belongs to the group of medicines called 'atypical antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder which causes unusual or disturbed thinking, inappropriate emotions and loss of interest in life. 

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION contains 'Risperidone' that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts. 

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; In some cases, RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause common side-effects such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, constipation, weight gain, and dry mouth. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid driving or operating machinery as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause dizziness. Do not consume alcohol along with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION as it could lead to increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

Medicinal Benefits

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION belongs to the group of medicines called antipsychotics used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat bipolar disorder. RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts.

Directions for Use

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart problems, low white blood cell count, seizures, breast cancer, low bone mineral density, Parkinson's disease, dehydration, phenylketonuria (accumulation of amino acid-phenylalanine in the body), liver or kidney problems. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may interact with drugs used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (aripiprazole), drugs used to treat anxiety disorders (lorazepam), anti-depressants (duloxetine, fluoxetine, escitalopram), anti-convulsant (divalproex sodium, clonazepam, lamotrigine, pregabalin), antimanic agent (lithium), and drugs used to treat psychosis (quetiapine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption whilst on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have dementia (memory loss), depression, liver disease, seizures, low blood pressure, diabetes, parkinsonism, heart or kidney problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ARIPIPRAZOLE
  • LORAZEPAM
  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DIVALPROEX SODIUM
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • LAMOTRIGINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • LITHIUM
  • QUETIAPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor's treatment plan.

Special Advise

  • If you are due to undergo surgery or dental procedure, inform the doctor that you are taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION.
  • Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal tendencies, such as thoughts of harming or killing yourself.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganized thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc.

Bipolar disorder (manic depression): Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression or bipolar disease, is a mental health disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows. Symptoms of manic episodes include high energy, loss of touch with reality, and reduced need for sleep. Symptoms of depressive episodes include low motivation, low energy, and loss of interest in daily life.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate Communications, Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060
Other Info - RIS0076

FAQs

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION works by balancing the chemical messengers called neurotransmitters and blocking the effect of dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, thereby helping to improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts.
Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause weight gain. Therefore, avoid excessive eating and follow a healthy diet. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may impair fertility in females of reproductive potential due to an increase in serum prolactin levels. However, this effect may be reversible. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION as it may cause increased dizziness. RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may also increase the effects of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may pass into the breastmilk. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Unsafe

Do not drive or operate machinery as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause tiredness, dizziness and drowsiness.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and effectiveness of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION in children below 18 years have not been established.

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